Sixth Swine Flu Death Reported in Miami-Dade

53-year-old woman is latest victim in county

A sixth person in Miami-Dade has died from the Swine Flu, according to the county Health Department.

The victim, a 53-year-old woman, was not identified.

"We need to continue to follow the recommended precautions to avoid spreading infections," said Health Department Administrator Lillian Rivera yesterday.

There are now 716 confirmed cases of Swine Flu in Miami-Dade County, and Department of Health labs continue to analyze suspected swine flu samples.

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